Denver Colorado Makeup Artist Danica

I created this skin care and health outline for the bride to be for 12 months prior to her wedding. After 10 years as a Makeup Artist and working with hundreds of brides I have seen all of the details and the planning that goes into this very important day of a woman’s life. With all of that planning and stress, I feel that many brides tend to put the most important thing on the back burner… themselves! Now this is not the case for some brides, but I am speaking of the majority.

I can’t tell you how important it is to remain healthy and stress-free during the wedding planning period. I have met many brides who tend to have skin break outs, weight gain and mood swings pop up out of nowhere months after they begin planning their wedding. Our skin is a true reflection of our overall health. As a bride, great skin is also one of the best accessories (besides a beautiful smile!) on your wedding day.

When meeting a bride for the first time, one of the first things that I like to talk about is her skin concerns. Yes, makeup can cover skin tone, but if you have any skin texture such as acne, dryness, etc. than I always suggest taking action to improve your skins appearance. With flawless skin, your makeup will only look better and as a bride you will only feel more beautiful and confident!

This is the same information that I give to every bride that I am working with to create her flawless wedding makeup.

One - Twelve Months Prior To Your Wedding Day: This is the time to really fine tune your skin regime and your diet. Your skin reflects your total health, so drink 8 glasses of filtered water a day, avoid processed/ refined foods, eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and don’t forget to take your vitamins and fish oils! Fish oils are a great anti-inflammatory supplement to improve your skin’s appearance, moisture and inflammation issues. Probiotics (Healthy Bacteria) and digestive enzymes are great to improve your digestive health and flatten your tummy. After all, your digestive system is the center of your immune system so protect and prevent.

As far as skin care goes, it is best to find a skin care professional that can help whip your skin into shape! You don’t need a lot of product to have great skin. Find a cleanser, moisturizer, eye cream, exfoliant and sun screen which is suitable for your skin type. Make sure to wash your face day and night! Exfoliate at least 3 times a week and wear your sun screen daily. If you have specific concerns, then talk to your skin care pro about treatment options. Some treatments that are great for having beautiful skin are chemical peels to help refine and even out the skin.

Up to a year away from the wedding is a great time to begin scouting out the Makeup Artist for you. Do a search in your area and view the artist’s portfolio as well as speak to them on the phone to find out if you can see yourself working with them. If you like the artist, then set up a consultation to have your makeup done just as you will see it on the day of the wedding. Be prepared to sign a contract and put down a deposit. Your Makeup Artist should write down all details of your makeup look and the time/ location of where they will be doing your makeup on your wedding day. Remember, this is not a time to bargain shop! I am not just saying this because I am a Makeup Artist, but you pay for what you get! Do keep in mind that you don’t have to pay too much also. I have heard of brides who have spent $500 or more on their Makeup Artist to do their makeup alone. You should be paying at least half of that for your consultation and bridal makeup the day of the wedding.

Try using a mineral makeup like, Jane Iredale which has no preservatives, parabens or harsh chemicals. This will allow your skin to breath and help to nourish it whether than clog your pores and irritate.

Don’t tan! A lot of people still use tanning beds… I know! A great spray tan looks just as amazing if not better and is much healthier for your skin. Tanning is not only damaging for the obvious reasons, but it can also bring out unwanted spots and tones on the skin.

One Week Prior: This is the time to visit your skin care professional to have your last facial or treatment before the big day! Having your eye brows shaped, upper lip waxed, etc. is also a good idea at this time. This way if you experience any bumps, redness or irritation then your skin has time to clear up. If you normally do not shape your eye brows, consider it. A nicely groomed eye brow is great for showing off your eyes/ eye makeup and will look great in pictures

Two Days Prior: This will be the last time that you can exfoliate your skin (Try using baking soda mixed with a little water to create a paste). If you decide to tan, try a professional spray tan versus the sun or a tanning bed so your skin does not turn red. Make sure that you have previously tried a spray tan at least one month before the wedding to make sure that you like the effect.

The Day Of: Congratulations! Moisturize your skin, avoiding any sunscreen and let your Makeup Artist work their magic!

Makeup Artist Danica Jardien

720.939.3650